Dawson, who invites guests to join
her in the age-old morning ritual of
greeting the sun as it rises from the
ocean. Dawson advocates visitors to
be in the moment, be mindful and to
take the time to appreciate what we
have and to share it with others. She
emphasizes the indigenous tradition
of using breath or “ha” to quiet the
mind, which helps direct us into an
awareness of our inner spaces. She
also encourages people to be kind to
themselves and others, while
exercising patience and humility.
Wise words that we all can take
to heart.
Wellness is also practiced at the
Westin Princeville where a “Wellbeing Movement” is promoted via a
selection of “Move Well” activities
ranging from yoga and aqua aerobics
classes to fitness runs and nature
walks. The property’s “Eat Well”
program helps to complement these
activities. Its restaurants offer
Superfoods, those that are both high
in antioxidants and nutrient rich,
which are denoted in color on the
menus. There’s even a “Kids Eat Well
Program” to assist children with
making healthy food choices. The
hotel advocates using locally sourced
products whenever possible and
works with island farmers and
growers to obtain the freshest,
in-season, ingredients.
At the Grand Hyatt Resort, you’ll
find a state-of-the-art gym,
personal trainers, an abundance of
fitness classes, sunrise walks and the
largest spa on the island. Anara Spa
is Edenesque in design, with lush
gardens, waterfalls and peaceful
pools. Practitioners pride themselves
on weaving traditional healing
customs with island-fresh botanical
essences to inspire “lokahi” – balance
or harmony of body and spirit. In
addition, the Grand Hyatt boasts
an “Enrich Program,” which provides
opportunities for guests to enhance
their vacation through local
volunteering. It’s a chance to give
back to the island community in a
meaningful way and maybe learn a
new skill or two in the process. You
can spend a day working with plants
at the National Tropical Botanical
Garden for example, or do hands-on
50
forest restoration projects at Koke’e
State Park. With the Surfrider
Foundation, you’ll help clean up the
beaches and at the Kaua’i Humane
Society, you can cuddle cats or
take a dog on a hike.
Music and dance are also commonly
regarded as good for the spirit, and
thus successful contributors to
wellness. On Kaua’i, there’s no lack
of opportunities to listen and